Wednesday 21 November 2012

LNP Conned Gold Coast On Cruise Ship Terminal

Media Release

Shadow Environment Minister, Jackie Trad, says the Premier has clearly indicated that he plans to use the LNP’s huge majority to force a cruise ship terminal and casino hotel on the Gold Coast regardless of the views of locals.

“The Premier’s claims on ABC Radio today that opponents to the plans are standing in the way of economic progress show he is determined to vandalise the Southport Broadwater and The Spit despite community concerns,” Ms Trad said.

“This issue is yet another example of the LNP keeping their plans secret prior to election and then using their massive majority to ram through sweeping changes without genuine community consultation.

“His statements today show the Premier is prepared to ride roughshod over people with genuine concerns about the environmental and social impacts of a cruise terminal, casino and hotel.

“The people of the Gold Coast have every right to feel conned by this Government.

“It is well past the time for all LNP MPs on the Gold Coast to declare if they support or oppose the plans.

“So far we have heard from only the Member for Gaven, Dr Alex Douglas. But he is only one of 10 LNP MPs on the Gold Coast.

“It is time the other nine broke their vow of silence and actually did their job of representing their local constituents.”

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